Summary
Deere & Company (DE) announced its intention to release monthly commentary on December 2004 retail sales. This announcement, made via an 8-K filing on January 3, 2005, signals the company's commitment to providing timely updates on its sales performance across key segments, including farm machinery, construction equipment, and commercial and consumer equipment. Investors can anticipate this commentary to be available shortly after the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) releases its monthly industry sales data, typically on or around the tenth day of the month. The information will be accessible via a recorded telephone message and the company's website (www.JohnDeere.com), offering a consistent channel for market participants to gauge Deere's sales trends and outlook. This proactive disclosure approach aims to keep stakeholders informed about the company's operational performance.
Key Highlights
- 1Deere & Company will release a monthly commentary on its December 2004 retail sales.
- 2The commentary will cover sales of farm machinery, construction equipment, and commercial and consumer equipment.
- 3The announcement will be made available after the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) releases its monthly industry sales data.
- 4Investors can access the information via a recorded telephone message (309/765-5149).
- 5The retail sales commentary will also be posted on the company's website (www.JohnDeere.com).
- 6The information is expected to be available for several days following the AEM announcement.
- 7The company may post other developments on its website from time to time.